President Bola Tinubu has called on the media to hold both elected and appointed government officials accountable in a way that would strengthen Nigeria’s democracy.
He made the call at the 20th edition of the All Nigeria Editors Conference in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State.
Tinubu, who made the call on Thursday, was represented by the Minister for Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, at the conference, which had the theme: Economic Growth and Development Strategies in a Resource-Rich Country.
He stated that the roles of the media and government are intertwined and must be carried out in a spirit of mutual respect and collaboration, aligned to achieve common goals.
The president emphasised the need for both parties to see each other as allies in nation-building, creating an environment where transparency, accountability, and mutual respect can thrive.
“By viewing each other as allies in nation-building, we can create an environment where transparency, accountability, and mutual respect thrive. Together, the government and the media can empower citizens, strengthen democratic institutions, and build a more informed and resilient society,” he said.
